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Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground

5 sites · $6 · Reservations · No RVs

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About Shumard Canyon Wilderness

A Wilderness Use Permit is required for all use of these campsites. If you enjoy arid Chihuahuan desert or you find yourself fascinated by the geology of the Guadalupes, consider a backpack trip to this remote location. Though it is 9.0 miles from Pine Springs Trailhead, the elevation gain is much less significant than many of the other trails—though it's by no means flat. Do make sure you are prepared for sun, wind, and weather exposure. The trail is not protected by trees along the way.

Photos

A metal sign marking the camping area rises above the desert landscape.
The Shumard campsites are in a high desert landscape · NPS/Bieri
A hardened surface for a tent surrounded by sharp desert vegetation.
The Shumard tent sites are in desert vegetation. · NPS/Bieri
A hardened pad for a tent is located in an open desert environment.
The Shumard campsites are in the open desert with no shade or break from the wind. · NPS/Bieri
A hardened surface for a tent in the desert.
The Shumard sites are located in the desert on the west side of the Guadalupe Mountains. · NPS/Bieri
A hardened pad for a tent below high desert mountains.
The Shumard Canyon campsites provide dramatic views of the west face of the Guadalupe Mountains. · NPS/Bieri
A small tent is backlit by the setting sun in a wide desert landscape.
A Shumard Canyon campground sunset · NPS/Appler
A hardened surface for a tent is locate before a desert ridge
The Shumard campsites can be dangerously hot during the summer months. · NPS/Bieri
A hardened surface for a tent is below tall desert mountains
The Shumard campsites are below the western escarpment of the Guadalupe Mountains · NPS/Bieri

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Clear
Wed, Nov 11
Tonight
45°F
Clear
Sunny
Thu, Nov 12
Day
62°F
Sunny
Clear
Thu, Nov 12
Night
46°F
Clear
Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Day
64°F
Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri, Nov 13
Night
50°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Sat, Nov 14
Day
58°F
Partly Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
48°F
Partly Cloudy
Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
58°F
Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

Rules

• A wilderness use permit is required before you occupy any wilderness campsite in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. • Use or discharge of firearms is prohibited. All wildlife is protected by federal law. Possession of other weapons, traps, or explosives is prohibited. • Camp fires are prohibited in the Guadalupe Mountains. Use containerized fuel stoves only. • Contain your trash and pack it out. • No pets on trails or in the backcountry. • To protect the landscape and prevent erosion, do not take shortcuts on trails. • Collecting or disturbing any natural or historical feature or object is prohibited. • Camp within designated sites. • The use of hammocks, slacklines, tarps or similar devices tied to natural and/or manmade features is prohibited. • The use of a landfill-safe commercial toilet bag system is required for all overnight wilderness permit holders. A minimum of one bag per person per night is required and proof of possession must be shown when permit is issued. • Do not feed wildlife.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.